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Call for papers Revista de Arquitectura N.º 48.
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Active mobility and the 15-minute city: the case of Santa Fe, Mexico
Authors
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Paula Solís-Morales
Tecnológico de Monterrey
https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8999-305X
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Daniela Rodríguez Martínez
Tecnológico de Monterrey
https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2899-5492
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Bogdan Mircea Ilie
Tecnológico de Monterrey
https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9488-8192
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Caribay Godoy-Rangel
Tecnológico de Monterrey
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7116-1854
Abstract
In affluent urban areas, where automobile use
is the predominant mode of transportation, non-motorized mobility presents several challenges. This has the effect of limiting physical activity and social interaction, which in turn affects the quality of life of the inhabitants and increases the environmental impact. The aim of this study is to identify the obstacles to active mobility and their impact on the implementation of the 15-minute city concept through an innovative methodology that is readily adoptable. To this end, the road, pedestrian and cycling infrastructure was examined using isochrone mapping, architectural cuts and connectivity mapping of a case study: the sub-urban area of Santa Fe, Mexico City, Mexico. The findings revealed that vehicular mobility is a priority in all the sections studied, with 80 % of vehicular roads in excellent condition, while 80 % of pedestrian roads are deficient, as well as those for cyclists. These results align with theoretical perspectives that highlight the lack of equity in urban design and its impact on active mobility. However, these findings also serve as a reference for the design of future urban projects in areas with similar characteristics.
Keywords:
Barriers to active mobility, 15-minute city, vehicle dependence, isochrone study, high purchasing power zoneReferences
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